Mansudae Assembly Hall, Parliament building in Chung-guyok, North Korea.
The Mansudae Assembly Hall is a parliament building containing over 200 rooms with a main auditorium spanning about 4,300 square meters (46,000 sq ft). The hall seats approximately 2,000 parliament members and includes advanced technical systems for meetings.
The building opened in 1960 on the site of the former Pyongyang Women's Prison. Major renovations took place in 1984, updating the facilities significantly.
The architecture mixes Soviet design ideas with Korean artistic touches, showing how the building reflects both international and local traditions. Marble sculptures along the main corridors remind visitors of the historical values important to the country.
The building has a translation system capable of handling ten languages simultaneously, which helps during international meetings. Visitors should expect formal conditions and strict security procedures when entering.
The main auditorium features two large wax statues at its rear that replaced earlier marble versions. These figures serve as a focal point of the space during state events and gatherings.
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